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title: Pricing
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Chonkie offers flexible options to suit your needs, whether you prefer self-hosting or using our managed cloud service.

## Chonkie Library (Open Source)

🦛 **It's Free!** ✨

The core Chonkie library is **completely open-source** under the MIT license. You can:

-   **Install and use it freely** in your projects.
-   **Self-host** the chunking capabilities within your own infrastructure without any cost from us.
-   Access all chunkers locally
Get started by following the [Installation Guide](/getting-started/installation).

## Chonkie Cloud (Hosted API)

☁️ **Managed Service** ☁️

For those who prefer a hassle-free, managed solution, we offer **Chonkie Cloud**. This is a hosted API service that lets you leverage Chonkie's chunking power without managing the infrastructure.

-   **Paid Model:** Chonkie Cloud operates on a paid model.
-   **API Key Required:** Access requires an API key, which you can obtain from the [Chonkie Cloud dashboard](https://cloud.chonkie.ai/keys) after signing up.
-   **Simple Integration:** Easily integrate chunking into your applications via HTTP requests using our [Python/Javascript client](/chonkie-cloud/overview#basic-usage) or standard tools like `cURL`.

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## Chonkie On-Prem (Managed Self-Hosted)

🏢 **Enterprise Control & Support** 🏢

For organizations requiring maximum control, data privacy, and dedicated support, we offer **Chonkie On-Prem**. This solution deploys the full power of Chonkie within your own infrastructure, managed with our expertise.

-   **Runs on Your Infrastructure:** Deploy Chonkie entirely within your network or private cloud, ensuring data never leaves your control.
-   **Full Data Sovereignty & Security:** Meets stringent compliance and security requirements by keeping all processing internal.
-   **Dedicated Support:** Benefit from premium support, including a dedicated Slack channel for direct access to our team.
-   **Managed Updates & Maintenance:** We handle the updates and maintenance, ensuring you always have the latest features and security patches without the operational overhead.
-   **Scalability:** Scale the deployment according to your needs within your own environment.
-   **Predictable Pricing:** Typically involves custom contracts tailored to your usage and support needs.

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Whether you choose the free, open-source library, the convenient Chonkie Cloud API, or the robust Chonkie On-Prem solution, you get access to powerful and efficient CHONKS!
